East Campus (6-12)

Apply to the East Campus: Grades 6-12

In Brentwood's Middle School and Upper School, students sample a wide array of disciplines and chart the course that best suits their strengths and interests.

We invite you to visit our campus so you can experience our Core Values in action and witness our students' high energy and deep engagement.

Our application deadline for the 2026-27 school year has now passed. If you have any questions, please contact our office at bwsadmissions@bwscampus.comor (310) 889-2657.

The Application Process

Step 2: Get to Know Brentwood School

Within the admissions portal, begin your student application.

Our application consists of parent/guardian and student sections. Please complete the parent/guardian section and have your child complete the student section. We will consider your application complete once you have submitted the $155.00 application fee (by debit or credit card). If your family is applying for financial support, the application fee may be waived. Please contact our Admissions Office at (310) 889-2657 or bwsadmissions@bwscampus.com if you have any questions.

Our Interview Guarantee deadline is November 21, 2025. We are committed to interviewing every applicant but availability may be limited for those who apply after November 21, 2025.

Our application deadline is Friday, January 9, 2026. You may return to the portal at any time to review the status of your application.

Step 4: Family Interview

After our Admissions Office processes your online application and the application fee, you can schedule your family interview in the application portal. The family interview, for both parents/guardians and students, takes place during the school day. Virtual family interviews are available for prospective families that do not reside in the greater Los Angeles metropolitan area.

Step 5: Submit Required Forms

Please distribute the transcript request and recommendation to your child’s current school via our admissions portal. Please ensure that all required forms are completed after November 1 and submitted by Friday, January 9, 2026.

Note: While standardized admissions testing is not required, Brentwood School will accept ISEE scores as an additional evaluation item. Our school code is 051555.

Step 6: Apply for Financial Support

We recognize that a Brentwood School education is a major investment. We are dedicated to helping families afford this educational choice and annually award approximately $10 million in financial support to students with demonstrated financial need. With financial support, many families discover that a Brentwood School education is within their reach.

For more information, please visit the Apply for Financial Support page.

Our Financial Support application deadline is Friday, January 9, 2026.

Visit our Campus

After you submit an Admissions inquiry, we will invite you to these on-campus experiences.

Middle & Upper School Open House

Get an inside look at our vibrant school community. Applicants will sample engaging lessons with our exceptional faculty, while parents/guardians hear directly from school leaders about our academic philosophy and programs. Explore the campus, discover our arts and athletic offerings, and connect with current students.

Registration required.

Community & Conversations

These in-depth sessions showcase our dynamic programs and provide insight into how Brentwood fosters academic excellence and personal growth. They highlight key aspects of our community, including the arts, the sense of belonging, and the Belldegrun Center for Innovative Leadership (BCIL). Hear firsthand from school leaders, faculty, students, and current parents about what makes the Brentwood experience unique.

These events are for parents/guardians only.

Family Interview

The family interview, which includes both parents/guardians and the student, takes place during a school day and offers a chance for us to get to know your family better. Virtual interviews are available for families outside the greater Los Angeles area.

Application required.

Campus Tour

Campus tours offer applicant families a firsthand look at our school in action during a typical morning. Led by current parents/guardians in small groups, these one-hour tours provide an authentic glimpse into daily campus life, classrooms, and community. We recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes for your visit.

Application required.

Admissions Office Hours

Admissions office hours are optional virtual sessions designed to support applicants before submitting the application. These informal drop-ins offer a welcoming space to ask questions, connect in a small group setting with an Admissions Director, and learn more about what makes Brentwood School the right fit for your family.

Athletics in Action

Athletics in Action gives applicants a firsthand look at our athletic facilities and programs during a lively afternoon on campus. Led by members of our Athletic Office, these one-hour tours offer the chance to meet coaches and catch practices or games in action. We recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes for your visit.

Frequently Asked
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Key Dates

Registration for admissions events is available in the application portal.

Mar 13

K-12 Admissions Decisions Released

5:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Apr 25

Class of 2032 7th Grade Welcome Event

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

MS Field/MS Theater

May 2

7th Grade Auditions & Math Assessment Day

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Middle School

Application Deadline

Our application deadline for the 2026-27 school year is Friday, January 9, 2026. We are committed to interviewing every applicant but availability may be limited for those who apply after November 21, 2025.

Decision Notification

The Admissions Office will release decisions to applicant families at 5 p.m. on Friday, March 13, 2026. Families of applicants will have until 12 noon on Friday, March 20, 2026 to enroll.

Our Admissions Team

For general inquiries, please contact bwsadmissions@bwscampus.com or (310) 889-2657.

Roger Zamora

Director of Admissions, East Campus

Joy Sevillano

Associate Director of Admissions, East Campus

Tiniah Smith

Associate Director of Admissions, East Campus

Gina Rocca

Associate Director of Admissions, East Campus, BCIL Collaborative Member

Erika Contreras

Staff Accountant; Financial Support Manager

Jenny Dulay

Admissions and Database Coordinator

Imani Shackelford

Class of 2017

Administrative Assistant, East Campus Admissions

Javiera Hennessy

Administrative Assistant, Admissions

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